RE 448: How Do I Let Go and Stop Trying to Control
RE 448: How Do I Let Go and Stop Trying to Control

Recovery Elevator

Episode 448 - How Do I Let Go and Stop Trying to Control Today we have Jen. She is 48 from Boulder, CO and took her last drink on May 12th, 2021. Our latest Ditching The Booze course begins Monday October 2nd at 7:30pm EDT/4:30pm PDT and...

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Recovery Elevator

Paul Churchill

It isn't a NO to alcohol, but a YES to a better life! Best selling author Paul Churchill, along with Kristopher Oyen interview people who have stepped away from alcohol in their own lives. Each week this podcast does a deep dive into an exploration of what a booze free life might look like from various perspectives and opinions. If you are sick and tired of alcohol making you sick and tired, we invite you to listen to Recovery Elevator. Check out what an alcohol free life can look like as others share their own stories of sobriety. If you are sober curious, newly sober, supporting a loved one or living your best life already in recovery, then you are in the right place. This podcast addresses what to do if you’re addicted to alcohol, or if you think you’re an alcoholic. Other topics include, does moderate drinking work, does addiction serve a purpose, what happens to the brain when we quit drinking, should you track sobriety time, is A.A. right for you, spirituality, and more. Similar to other recovery podcasts like This Naked Mind, the Shair Podcast, and the Recovered Podcast, Paul and Kris discuss a topic and then interview someone who has ditched the booze.

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Letting Go: Jen's Path to Sobriety and Self-Acceptance

Episode Overview

Jen's journey through alcohol dependence and recovery
Insights into the challenges and fears of sobriety
Exploring themes of control and emotional healing
The significance of supportive communities in recovery
Advice for individuals in early recovery or considering sobriety

“I think that's one of the key things that I've really fallen comfortably into, but it wasn't easy at first. It's, yeah, being willing, mindful, open to just really understanding, like, what do you need in this moment? And it's definitely not a drink.”

Ever wondered how to truly let go and stop trying to control everything around you? In this episode of 'Recovery Elevator', hosts Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen sit down with Jen, a 48-year-old from Boulder, Colorado, who shares her journey to sobriety. Jen took her last drink on May 12th, 2021, and her story is a blend of struggles, revelations, and the unexpected joys of living alcohol-free.

Paul and Kris tackle the big question posed by Dale from Virginia: 'How do I learn to let go of things and stop trying to control?' The episode dives into the themes of surrender and acceptance, exploring how these concepts play a crucial role in recovery. Jen opens up about her fears, the emotional healing process, and the importance of community support in her journey.

Whether you're newly sober, sober-curious, or supporting someone on their path, this episode offers valuable advice on mindfulness, self-discovery, and embracing a life without alcohol. Tune in for an engaging conversation that resonates with anyone facing the challenges of sobriety.

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